UNSPSC 50586105: Non GMO cucuzza squash

The variety of Non GMO summer squashes and Non GMO summer pumpkins known as Non GMO cucuzza squash. This means that they are produced without the use of methods that genetically modify organisms by means that are not possible under natural conditions. Such methods include cell fusion, microencapsulation and macro-encapsulation, and recombinant DNA technology (including gene deletion, gene doubling, introducing a foreign gene, and changing the positions of genes when achieved by recombinant DNA technology).

Traditional methods of breeding, conjugation, fermentation, hybridization, in vitro fertilization, or tissue culture are considered to be non-GMO.

UNSPSC 50586105 Non GMO cucuzza squash is a Commodity code that captures specialty produce items purchased by state and local governments for institutional food service operations. The recent opportunities posted under this code show that state and local buyers are sourcing fresh vegetables and produce through multiple channels—park concession operations, health care coalition food services, state-level kitchen product procurement, and school district nutrition programs. The code encompasses specialty and standard produce varieties sold to institutional food-service vendors and direct institutional buyers. Issuing bodies span county parks departments, health care coalitions, state procurement offices, and school districts; recent activity shows Collier County Parks and Recreation, Marion Health Care Coalition, the State of Georgia, and Early County Board of Education soliciting produce and food products.

Recent opportunities in this code are concentrated in the Southeast, with documented activity in Florida, Georgia, and other states. Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division posted an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) on October 8, 2026 for food services at North Collier Regional Park with response due March 6, 2025 (response date predates posting date as shown in source); vendors must supply diverse fresh food and beverage options across multiple venues with a 10-point local-vendor preference. Marion Health Care Coalition posted a produce-proposals RFQ on August 7, 2026 with responses due August 21, 2026, seeking fresh fruits and vegetables for the 2026-2027 contract period with seasonal pricing adjustments. Early County Board of Education posted line-by-line food bids on May 11, 2026 for the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, due June 8, 2026, specifying approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits with emphasis on domestic sourcing, whole-grain options, and products without added sugars or artificial additives; the contract runs July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with renewal options. The State of Georgia issued a bid request on May 15, 2026 for food, supplies, and other kitchen products due June 22, 2026.